Even whale mothers seem to need a break sometimes. Scientists studying southern right whales have discovered a fascinating possible reason why some mothers float upside down while caring for their calves. At first, the behavior looked unusual and difficult to explain. After researchers reviewed hours of drone footage, however, they noticed an important pattern. The […]

Indigenous clam gardens show that sustainable marine innovation is far from new. Long before modern engineering, Indigenous Nations along the Pacific Northwest Coast reshaped shorelines to increase shellfish harvests, support biodiversity, and care for coastal ecosystems. I find their knowledge remarkable because these ancient systems still offer valuable lessons about food security, climate resilience, and

For more than 50 years, Patty has lived at the Bronx Zoo while generations of visitors watched her grow from a young elephant into one of New York’s most familiar animals. Now, at 57 years old, she may be approaching the biggest change of her life. Following the death of her longtime companion Happy, Patty